John Stamos Mourns ‘General Hospital’ Star Tristan Rogers: ‘He Was Kind to Me’

Tributes for “General Hospital” star Tristan Rogers have been pouring in since his death was announced on Friday, August 15. He was 79. Social media has been flooded with condolences and remembrance for Rogers, and one of the latest celebrities to honor Rogers is John Stamos.

John Stamos Makes a Heartfelt Tribute to Tristan Rogers

Stamos appeared on “General Hospital” as Blackie Parrish from 1982 to 1984, and the actor reflected on the experience in an Instagram post. He also shared several photos from the time.

“Heartbroken to hear about Tristan Rogers. He was so much fun to work with on @generalhospitalabc A true character,” Stamos reflected. “Tristan always had that sparkle in his eye that made me smile, and he was a damn good actor. More than that, he was kind to me when I was young, and I never forgot it.”

He also shared photos from his last day on set, including a picture of himself posing with Rogers, and another image of himself, Rogers, Demi Moore, and his mother. “Grateful I got to share time with him. Rest easy, Tristan,” Stamos ended his message.

The comment section has been filled with comments from people who knew Rogers and what an absolute gentleman he was. “He was so kind to everyone and made me feel so welcome that 1st day I walked on set,” a comment reads. “Very heartbreaking! He was a gem. May Tristan rest in peace,” another person shared.

Other reactions include, “Very heartbreaking So iconic as Robert Scorpio RIP Tristan,” “Beautiful post John. This is very sad. We keep losing all the GH vets lately,” and “Blackie, Jackie and Robert. Tristan is a soap legend. He will be missed and never forgotten.”

Tristan Rogers Is Honored by Those Who Knew & Loved Him

Rogers famously played the role of Robert Scorpio on “General Hospital,” a role that endeared him to many. ​​“He loved being Scorpio, and he created that role from nothing,” Rogers’ longtime manager, Meryl Soodak, said in a statement about his death, Deadline reports. “He was supposed to work a day, and he ended up making it into something huge. He was just a genuinely loyal, kind human being, and he loved his family.”

Other former co-stars who have made public statements include Genie Francis, who played Laura Spencer, and Emma Samms, who played the role of Holly Sutton on “General Hospital.” Mary Beth Evans also shared her thoughts, revealing that she was “heartbroken” to learn of Rogers’ death.